A nurse is coordinating care to ensure a comfortable and peaceful death. Which of the following factors should be an important consideration for the nurse?
a. The unique stress dying patients often ex-perience
b. The cultural values, expectations, and preferences of the family
c. The communication style of each family member
d. The abilities of the nurse and health care team
ANS: B
Cultures vary in their beliefs and responses to death. Nurses should know the differences in cul-tural responses so that they can effectively help people in their time of need. It will be important for the nurse to take cues from the client and the loved ones regarding their needs. The stress ex-perienced by dying patients is different based on the client's culture.
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